Creamy Tarragon Chicken - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
Nutrition per Serving
Key PCOS-Friendly Ingredients: Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein. Olive oil is a key Mediterranean diet ingredient rich in polyphenols. Mushroom is provide vitamin D and selenium.
Adequate protein intake is crucial for PCOS management as it helps stabilize blood sugar levels and reduces cravings. Healthy fats support hormone production and help your body absorb fat-soluble vitamins essential for reproductive health.
This recipe pairs well with a side of leafy greens or a simple mixed salad to add extra fiber and micronutrients to your dinner.
Ingredients
- 5 oz. Chicken Breast
- 1 tbsp. Olive Oil
- 1/4 small Onion, sliced thin
- 3 oz. Mushrooms
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth
- 1/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp. Grain Mustard
- 1/2 tsp. Dried Tarragon
- Salt and Pepper to Taste
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into cubes and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tbsp. Olive Oil in a pan until hot over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the pan and brown on each side.
- Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate.
- Add mushrooms to the pan and cook until browned. Once browned, add onion and let cook until translucent.
- Add chicken broth to the pan and allow to reduce slightly. About 3-4 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, grain mustard, dried tarragon, and salt and pepper (to taste) to the pan. Mix together, then add the chicken into the pan. Let this reduce slightly. About 3-5 more minutes.
- Serve up and enjoy a quick, easy, and delicious meal!
How This Recipe Supports PCOS Management
Understanding the nutritional profile of what you eat is a powerful step in managing PCOS. Here is how the key ingredients in this Creamy Tarragon Chicken contribute to your health goals:
- Chicken: Protein-rich meals help manage insulin resistance common in PCOS
- Olive oil: Anti-inflammatory properties make it especially beneficial for PCOS
- Mushroom: Vitamin D deficiency is common in PCOS and supplementation may improve symptoms
- Onion: Support cardiovascular health and blood sugar regulation
PCOS Diet Principles in This Recipe
The PCOS diet focuses on three core principles: reducing inflammation, managing insulin resistance, and supporting hormonal balance. Every recipe in our collection is evaluated against these principles. This recipe excels in providing protein-rich ingredients that help regulate appetite hormones (ghrelin and leptin), and healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support cell membrane health and hormone synthesis. As part of a balanced PCOS meal plan, we recommend pairing recipes like this with a variety of nutrient-dense foods throughout the week to ensure you are meeting all your micronutrient needs.
Meal Prep Tip: This Creamy Tarragon Chicken can be prepared ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Meal prepping is one of the most effective strategies for sticking to a PCOS-friendly diet, as it removes the temptation to reach for processed convenience foods when time is short.
PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe
This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Chicken Breast.
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